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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar

Cheapest
38 h 24 min
Car
3468 km.
from $190
Other
4 d 1 h 50 min
2568 km.
from $140.30
40 h 28 min
Train, Bus
2568 km.
from $486.29
41 h 45 min
Train, bus via Zamiin uud, Train, bus via Zamiin uud
2568 km.
from $363.22
2 d 13 h 29 min
2565 km.
Select a ticket
2 d 17 h 59 min
Train, Bus
2568 km.
from $172.92

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Khöshig
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83

MIAT

Website:
miat.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Khöshig
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$315.22–$597.83

Aero Mongolia

Website:
aeromongolia.mn/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Khöshig
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$336.96

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Kunming South to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
10h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$152.17–$173.91
Train from Kunming South to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$65.22–$71.74

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Chengdu East to Lanzhou
Ave. Duration:
8h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.76–$97.83

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Kunming to Beijing
Ave. Duration:
34h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.61–$92.39

Ulaanbaatar Railway

Phone:
+976-1900-1949
Email:
Website:
ubtz.mn/
Train from Zamyn Uud to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
15h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$9.24–$69.15
Train from Erenhot to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
17h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$9.24–$69.15
Train from Hohhot Station to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
36h 26m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$15.22–$130.43

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Lanzhou West Station to Jining
Ave. Duration:
20h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$44.57
Train from Kunming to Huangchuan
Ave. Duration:
33h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$76.09
Train from Huangchuan to Hohhot
Ave. Duration:
24h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$60.51

China Railways

Phone:
86-010-12306
Website:
china-railway.com.cn/
Train from Erlian to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
16h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$108.70–$173.91
Train from Zamyn Uud to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
12h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$108.70–$173.91
Train from Jining South Station to Erlian
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Train from Hohhot Station to Ulaanbaatar
Ave. Duration:
36h 51m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$130.43–$206.52

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Email:
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Beijing Xinfadi Bus Terminal to Erenhot
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.40
Bus from Beijing Xinfadi to Erenhot
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.82

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar is to train and bus which costs $70.65 - $195.65 and takes 2 days 17h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar?

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar is to fly which takes 10h 5m and costs $141.30 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct train between Kunming and Ulaanbaatar?

No, there is no direct train from Kunming station to Ulaanbaatar. However, there are services departing from Kunming Station and arriving at Ulaanbaatar via Kunming South, Chengdu East, Lanzhou West Station, Jining South Station and Erlian. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

How far is it from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar?

The distance between Kunming and Ulaanbaatar is 2602 km. The road distance is 3468.2 km.

How do I travel from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar without a car is to train and bus which takes 40h 28m and costs $293.48 - $391.30 .

How long does it take to get from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar?

It takes approximately 10h 5m to get from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Ulaanbaatar train from?

Kunming to Ulaanbaatar train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Kunming South station.

Train or fly from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar?

The best way to get from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar is to fly which takes 10h 5m and costs $141.30 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 2 days 13h.

What is the time difference between Kunming and Ulaanbaatar?

It is currently 18:30 at both, Kunming and Ulaanbaatar.

Where does the Kunming to Ulaanbaatar train arrive?

Kunming to Ulaanbaatar train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Chengdu East station.

Can I drive from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar?

Yes, the driving distance between Kunming to Ulaanbaatar is 3468 km. It takes approximately 38h 19m to drive from Kunming to Ulaanbaatar.

Where can I stay near Ulaanbaatar?

There are 234+ hotels available in Ulaanbaatar. Prices start at $48.14 per night.
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